Lead Thermite Welder / Class B CDL Driver
About The Position
When you join Central Track Services as a Lead Thermite Welder / CDL Driver, you'll play a key role in maintaining and repairing railroad infrastructure throughout the United States. This is a hands-on position for an experienced thermite welder who takes pride in quality workmanship, values safety, and enjoys the variety that comes with traveling to projects across the country. Your primary responsibility will be performing thermite welds and ensuring that railroad track is repaired and maintained to the highest standards. You'll also be responsible for transporting equipment and materials, operating company vehicles that require a Class B CDL, and helping coordinate daily activities in the field. While thermite welding is the primary focus of this role, there will be opportunities to assist with track maintenance, rail replacement, and other railroad construction activities as needed. This position requires 100% travel. Company-paid lodging is provided while working on the road, employees receive a daily per diem, and overtime opportunities are frequently available depending on project schedules.
Requirements
- Demonstrated thermite welding experience
- Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to travel extensively
- Strong commitment to safety
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to take ownership of work
- Ability to represent the company professionally on customer job sites
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience leading small crews
- Additional railroad maintenance experience
- Track construction experience
- Rail cutting experience
- Welding experience
Responsibilities
- Performing thermite welds
- Inspecting completed work
- Preparing rail for welding
- Operating the equipment necessary to safely complete repairs
- Working closely with other railroad professionals in the field
- Leading small crews on assigned projects
- Assisting with rail replacement, track construction, track restoration, material handling, and general railroad maintenance activities
- Transporting equipment and materials
- Operating company vehicles that require a Class B CDL
- Coordinating daily activities in the field
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short-term disability coverage
- Long-term disability coverage
- Paid vacations
- Paid holidays
- Annual steel-toe boot allowance
- Company-provided PPE
- Company-paid lodging while traveling
- Daily per diem
- Overtime opportunities
- Career growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
